Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Rio de Janeiro
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Popular places to visit
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Posto 12
You can learn about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a stop at Posto 12. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Flamengo Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
Things to do
Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 20min
Rio Helicopter Tour – Private or Shared With Hotel Transfers
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter flight in Christ the Redeemer
Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea
Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min
Top hotels in Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Hotel Atlântico Sul
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025
Américas Granada Hotel
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025
Boutique Hotel Castelinho
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Travel
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Olympic Park or Shopping Metropolitano Barra.
Barra da Tijuca
Visitors often come to Barra da Tijuca for its beaches, but many stay to explore sights like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Jardim Oceânico Station.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Tijuca
The mountain views and churches are just a few things visitors like about Tijuca. Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around the larger area.
Leblon
Travelers choose Leblon for its beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station and check out top sights like Ipanema Beach.
Lagoa
Travelers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.